Multiple choice

In a network of LANs connected by bridges, packets are sent from one LAN to another through intermediate bridges. Since more than one path may exist between two LANs, packets may have to be routed through multiple bridges. Why is the spanning tree algorithm used for bridge-routing?

  1. For getting the shortest path routing between LANs

  2. For avoiding loops in the routing paths

  3. For fault tolerance

  4. For minimising collisions

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B Correct answer
Explanation

  The spanning tree algorithm is used for bridge-routing For avoiding loops in the routing paths.